Four Minnesota anti-racism advocates will be honored for their work making a difference in communities across the state and nation.
St. Paul & Minnesota Foundation honors four anti-racism advocates for their work
The foundation's Facing Race Award to recognize Minnesotans battling racism is in its 17th year.
October 6, 2023 at 7:01PM
The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation announced this week the recipients of its annual Facing Race Awards, now in its 17th year. The four winners, each of whom will receive a $7,500 grant for a nonprofit of their choice, are:
— Trahern Crews, co-founder and lead organizer of Black Lives Matter Minnesota;
— Rayona Kardell, one of two client advocates at Breaking Free, a St. Paul-based nonprofit that helps those who have experienced sex trafficking or sexual exploitation;
— Rose McGee, a Golden Valley activist who started Sweet Potato Comfort Pie, offering hope and healing after traumatic events;
— Asha Shoffner, who leads St. Paul Parks and Recreation's outdoor and environmental education work.
The four, who were selected by a panel of past award recipients, will be honored at a celebration livestreamed at 5 p.m. Thursday at FacingRace.org.
These Minnesotans are poised to play prominent roles in state and national politics in the coming years.
